Join to apply for the Enrolled Nurse – Rural LAP role at Rural Locum Assistance Program
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Join to apply for the Enrolled Nurse – Rural LAP role at Rural Locum Assistance Program
The Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP), a subsidiary of the multi-award-winning, Australian-owned healthcare provider, Aspen Medical, plays a key role in supporting the Australian Government's rural workforce capacity agenda by delivering essential healthcare services to rural and remote regions.
We are seeking experienced and dedicated Enrolled Nurses to undertake short-term placements in rural and remote healthcare facilities across Australia. By joining our program, you will play a vital role in supporting communities in need while gaining valuable professional and personal experience.
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred nursing care within your scope of practice
* Assisting in the implementation of nursing care plans in collaboration with the broader healthcare team
* Monitoring patient condition and reporting changes to the Registered Nurse or medical staff
* Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
* Supporting patient education and engagement in care planning
* Promoting and maintaining a safe, respectful, and culturally sensitive environment
* Adapting to a variety of clinical settings, often with limited resources, in rural and remote communities
* Current and unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse
* A minimum of three (3) years' full-time equivalent clinical experience as an Enrolled Nurse
* Evidence of a minimum of 250 hours of relevant clinical experience within the past 12 months, supported by a certificate of employment or payslips clearly identifying the position
* Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, including a practical assessment component
* Ability to remain calm and operate effectively in unstructured, rapidly changing environments.
What we offer:
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Flexible locum contracts and placement options
* Paid travel, accommodation, and meals while on placement
* Opportunities to explore regional and remote Australia
* The chance to make a meaningful impact where your skills are needed most
Apply now
If you meet the above eligibility criteria and are interested in making a meaningful contribution to rural and remote healthcare, we encourage you to apply.
Should your application meet the program requirements, a member of our credentialing team will be in contact to discuss the next steps.
Aspen Medical values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We also welcome applications from ADF veterans with relevant experience.
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Not Applicable
Employment type
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Contract
Job function
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Project Management
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care, Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities, and Medical Practices
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